I absolutely love and adore this place ! The vibes are always amazing. They're always playing great music. The hookah is always the best hookah ever. The alcoholic drinks are delicious. And the margarita pizza is one of the best margarita pizzas I've ever had, highly recommended! The service was great. Everybody was polite, and with a smile on your face, was very welcoming. The place is always clean and put together very organized and very aesthetically pleasing. It's a beautiful place for a cute date night out or girls night out! read more

I have lived in Los Feliz since 2015 and have been to this restaurant until yesterday. It was awesome and it was elegant and swanky and didn't feel like Los Feliz. Plus I'm Muslim and so I like the Arab vibe. The menu is huge. How many places do you know have pizza and hummus and an espresso machine? So many TVs but it didn't feel like a sports bar or anything. But the Crown Jewel was Andrew he was amazing and very personable and had this psychic service thing going on. He even made me a Muslim mule which is a Moscow Mule with hummus instead of alcohol because we don't drink. That last part was a joke, the Muslim mule part not the part about Andrew being awesome. Also full disclosure I actually do drink, and I will return here and drink because this place transports me to a Faraway place where they cut off your ear if they don't like your face it's barbaric but hey it's actually just a line from the original version of the the opening song from Aladdin read more

Desert Rose - *not actual picture of the desert rose - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Stopped in since I was curious to try this place out. Ordered their chicken kebab plate and a side of salad. It's a bit pricey but the plate was excellent! Chicken was cooked well, charred nice. The rice was buttery, the hummus was good, salad was delicate and nice. Again all excellent although I wish the portion could've been larger. Great prompt service as well. Glad I stopped in. read more

Desert Rose - Chicken Kebab - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My friend and I stopped here for an early dinner at 4:00, before heading to the Hollywood Bowl for a concert. This was a good choice despite of being the only customers there. We sat in the patio area as it was a pleasant area to chat. The food was really good, and the service was excellent. read more

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This place is slept on, and I'm not sure why. Although some of the entrees can use a bit more flavor it still delivered in the "delicious" department. Took my sister, my daughter and my bestie out to lunch. I had fish and chips and frito misto. The fish and chips were a bit bland at first but I put some salt and lemon on the fish and it livened up quite a bit. Very fresh. The frito misto was shared between all of us and we all thoroughly enjoyed it. Very pleasantly surprised by how delicious this dish continues to be. I can recall the lava cake being a hit the last time I visited as well but that was a long time ago. I'm hoping to return to try that out again. The service was great since we were the only ones in the restaurant on a Sunday afternoon. Kind of glad we were, made us feel special I plan on visiting again, we had a very nice time. read more

Desert Rose - Fish and chips. After adding salt and the lemon it was pretty good. Crispy on the outside, fresh tender fish on the inside. - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Food was excellent and Andrew did a wonderful job. We have visited 2x now. A must try!

We came here when we were in the area for my husband's treatments at Kaiser last December. The ambiance was wonderful, the dishes were amazing (we were too busy eating to get photos), and the service was great. We had a lot of fun talking with our waiter. I'd love to come back in warmer weather, to enjoy the beautiful patio! read more

Desert Rose - Love the holiday vibe in the patio! - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Everything is always amazing every single visit!! The food is impeccable and delicious. The service is always prompt and friendly. The ambiance is beautiful and relaxing and very satisfying! I hope you try one of my top favorite places in Los Angeles!! read more

There's plenty of street parking available, Desert Rose in Los Feliz is the is great. Very spacious patio that's perfect for birthdays, holiday parties, or just hanging out a large group. They serve brunch as well as dinner. I went for dinner and sit on the patio. They do have plenty of heat lamps plus the firepits Let's talk food--everything was a vibe! The halloumi with Sojuk? Chef's kiss. I even tried fried smelt for the first time, and it did not disappoint. The mushroom pizza was savory perfection, and the Khesh Khash was so good! And for dessert? The Ashta with honey and pistachios was the sweetest way to end the night. They even have hookah if you're in the mood to chill. Highly recommend this hidden gem in Los Feliz read more

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I am here to leave 10 stars review for the food and service and ambiance, I was craving mediterranean, i wanted rice and meat . And we decided to give this place a shot, I was so happy with the food and portions We ate the fillet minon plate and forgot to take a pic It was 10/10 We tried to try as much food as we could so we can judge right, and they did not let us down . The plate was perfect i would not share it with anyone next time. My favorite part was the tabouli cuz this is the salad that is always not so great every where , but this place nailed it , very delicious. Fresh balanced and authentic. Next time i am going with the fam for sure and we will try the hookah! Well done Desert Rose! read more

Desert Rose - Hands down this is the best tabouli iv had in LA - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Absolutely delicious lunch. Chicken shawarma and salad. I will be coming back for dinner soon! Service was so friendly love it here! Great place to read and work over lunch. I've been wanting to try it for years and happy I finally did. read more

Desert Rose - Chicken shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The ambiance is amazing - out of this world. Never is there a more romantic looking garden to dine outdoors than this. We even loved our waiter, and the other staff I met. But the price could come way down. For what we got, way too expensive. Maybe the rent in this neighborhood is too much. For $96, my group of 3 received meager portions of not so authentic, dry, bland, Americanized food, and waited an hour and a half for it to come out cold, while seated next to some bins where the staff loudly chuck dishes and silverware. The salad lettuce was old, wilted. I am used to this quality when I go to a cheap place and spend $40 and I'm in a rush and don't care. But to spend $100 for $15 worth of food, and spend two hours waiting for this kind of quality feels like robbery read more

Great place! The food is delicious with fresh ingredients. I recommend the cheese rolls, which is melted cheese wrapped like an egg roll. The rib pasta is flavorful and filling. The chocolate lava cake with ice cream is delicious and shareable. The Raspberry Rye is a great cocktail if you like a fruity fresh flavor. The hookah is also a nice addition to the delicious food and relaxing ambiance. I like the outdoor seating area with lounge chairs and fire pit. The server is friendly and attentive. I recommend visiting this place for a date night or brunch with friends. read more

I get the impression that the owners of the restaurant are very passionate about the food they serve. I decided to try the Manakeesh Zaatar Pizza despite not having a clue what it was. Our server gave a little bit of background on the food, and the dish itself was really good! It was very lemony, and the crust was amazing. Though a bit pricy, I think it is worth the quality and taste. I also tried a bit of their special menu items, though I do not remember the name. It had sausage and sauteed vegetables topped with egg and a side of pita. It was truly delicious. The ambiance, as you have seen, is phenomenal. The owners often bring up the lights they bring out in the nighttime, which I hope to one day see! read more

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The food and the ambiance. And the service was good. I haven't eaten there in a long time and the restaurant measures up Every time I go there. read more

You can't miss this place with its over sized stained glass lit up rose dominating the patio. Its kinda over the too kitschy. I came here with a large party of 12. We were seated in a long narrow part of the restaurant which unfortunately had only hard surfaces and nothing to absorb sound so it was very hard to hear each other speaking. I got a salmon kebab with side salad. The dish itself was just good, not great, but the hummus was very good and the garlic sauce was very very very good. I also sampled my friend's seafood pasta which was pretty good. The menu was pretty long and just on stapled paper. We ended up looking at the pictures on their website to order. The prices are a bit on the higher side but the food is solid. I would suggest they add some fabric artwork to help absorb sound. read more

I live around the area and I always see this place when passing by. So I finally took my wife here for a nice Friday night date. The ambiance is nice and the food was great. We started off with drinks and appetizers - shrimp, calamari. We both shared the Lamb and it was enough for 2 people with the size of that thing. Dan our server was wonderful. he was very nice and attentive to our requests. drinks and dinner for 2 we spent about $184 which included the 20% tip. We frequent Dama, Bestia and Bar Siesta for date nights. It's safe to say we found another restaurant to choose from for Friday date nights read more

If you live in LA or visiting LA then you definitely need to go and stop at Desert Rose. We did outdoor dining on their patio and it was amazing. We were there for almost 4 hours just sipping and catching up and it was a great time. My friend had the sangria and I kicked off with an espresso martini, which was absolutely delicious and perfect with the three beans. We split an order of their hummus with pita, and it was some of the best hummus I've ever had you can absolutely tell that it's homemade and delicious. My friend got the chicken Shawarma for her meal with the fries and said it was absolutely amazing and I had their salmon dish which I saved for over a half hour because it was so good I did not want to stop eating it. We then went and decided to do another round of drinks. I had a peach drink she continued with sangria, and then we ended with splitting one of the chocolate lava cakes, which was beautiful. read more

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Valentine's Day 2024: After the spa, we wanted to eat Valentine's Day dinner close by. Called The Desert Rose and surprisingly they had plenty of openings. Facility: The ambiance was great. Romantic lighting outside on the patio. There is a smoking section for Hookah. Tables were clean and bathrooms were clean. Parking: they have valet but we parked on the street. Service: Excellent. Our server and everyone we met eyes with was very welcoming. Where things went left: Food: So we weren't told the special "3-course Valentine's Day special was $75pp!!! Had we known that, we surely would have gone elsewhere. That's what we get for not asking. Now we know why they had space available. The menu was pre-selected. Corn chowder (4/5), cheese rolls (5/5), beef kabob (4/5), Spinach Ravioli (3/5), cheesecake (4/5), chocolate cake (4/5). I would come back again for a non pre-selected menu. read more

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The food I get here is usually pretty yum yum like the crispy goat cheese salad and fried halloumi but if we're keeping it real I'm in it for the allowing of cigarette smoking on the patio. as I type this I'm remembering it's also a hookah bar so I guess it makes sense they allow regular cigarettes but in this upside world I would not be shocked if that wasn't a thing elsewhere. The service is good. The cost is kind of a lot but as is the case now everywhere in this hellscape world. Definitely feeling the Glendale vibes in Los Feliz at this smoker friendly spot. Will be back. Hopefully with someone else paying. read more

We still love this place! Always a perfect 10! from service (love our Andrew), food is always on point AND the patio is so relaxing! it's the best place to unwind mid-week and to gather with others on the weekend! Los Feliz gem! read more

Desert Rose - Love having slow time with my husband here. Chilling in our post-work clothes early on a Wednesday night. Gotta enjoy! - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The Desert Rose is my "go to spot" in the neighborhood. The menu has lots of choices. The food is always yummy - the salads, risotto, the seafood choices, lots of veggie options and the DR Burger is delightful. The service is great. They are attentive and remember what you like especially Carlos. He is back on the weekends for brunch - yay. When I go there, it feels like "family". I leave with a smile on my face. Neighbors, we need to support them so that we can continue to have a comfortable place (either on the patio or inside) where we can go alone or bring our friends & have a pleasant dining experience. Thanks Z and your staff. I appreciate your presence in my life for many wonderful years. read more

I moved to the neighborhood about a year ago and finally tried Desert Rose. I am deeply sad it took me this long because I've missed out on a year of delicious and fresh mediterranean meals. I am100% becoming a regular. Everything was awesome, the atmosphere is lovely, and the servers are wonderful. It's the best fritto misto I've ever had. The shrimp skewers were delish and my guy chowed down on the lamb shank with truffle risotto. read more

Came here earlier today for breakfast/brunch as it was a place my boyfriend had come to a few years ago and said was a good and really popular spot. Place looked cute and had plenty of seating on the patio which is nice. However, the first concern was there were only two other people there and for a place in LA at prime brunch time in a nice area, that's a major red flag. Then we get sat by some cheesy waiter wearing a "tux" t-shirt and some hokey looking goth rings who hands us menus on basic paper that are stapled together (super tacky). I decided to still give the place a try. I ordered the Pear waffles. It came out beautiful looking! 10/10 for presentation! So why the 1 star rating? The server asked if I wanted maple syrup and I kindly said yes. A bus boy then comes out and gives me honey. We then ask the server why I was given honey and not syrup. He said they didn't have any. So my BIGGEST issue with this whole thing is that the server had the audacity to have someone else give me honey rather than himself coming to our table directly and telling me that they didn't have any syrup and asking if I wanted something else instead. So incredibly unprofessional!!! Had I been allergic to honey and consumed it, they would have a major lawsuit. Don't waste your time coming here, just instead go down to Home Restaurant instead. read more

What on amazing restaurant in a very nice neighborhood. The ambience very romantic with a big Rose at the entrance which I really like. I had the Hvmmus trio and a salad and it was delicious. Restaurant is very clean, service was fantastic. They have a smoking section for Hooka for those who smoke. I also like the fact that they have valet parking for me is a plus. Highly recommend Desert Rose for anyone that is looking for a delicious food in a wonderful neighborhood. read more

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I ordered a pasta dish with chicken. The pasta dish is listed at $23. The chicken brought it to $31. But my bill was $48. Yes $48. The extra $16? Tax $3.41 but then an "open food" (??) charge for $4 and an added tip (i didn't add it..it was a take out order) for almost $8. These added charges are kind of outrageous. The food is good but not at this price point..I felt totally cheated & won't be coming here again. read more

Amazing food and service!!! Ambiance is chill and relaxing. You have to order the Frito Mixto aka Calamari. So good!!! Great for date night and weekend brunch . Our server,bartender all around guy , Dakota is top notch. Always pleasant and friendly. He makes great drinks too . Definitely recommend this hidden gem. You won't be disappointed! read more

First time visitor - Excellent service, cocktails, and food! Will definitely be back... as soon as we can

Fantastic food, and great service from our server Andrew, who was kind, and professional. Thank you!

My friend recommended this spot. It has a great outdoor space where smoking is allowed in designated area. Hookah too Indoors has TVs for watching the games. The food... was good ! Salad and salmon was fresh! Fries crispy. We also ordered sautéed spinach but it was really salty ! Had to send it back and ordered another one with No salt. It was better. It was a little pricey for what we ordered. Service was good and bathrooms were clean. I would recommend this place. read more

Desert Rose - Penne Pasta with grilled chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I love going to this restaurant for All the tasty flavors, great welcoming service and a beautiful environment. Outdoors are sunny, bright, beautiful flowers and plants. We feel relaxed like at home, no rush to leave. It's never crowded, even though that it's the advantage I don't understand why people are not going more often....thank you ! read more

Food was so good 10/10! Anything on the menu is delish, I ordered meat and pasta forgot the name of it, but I love how the meat was so tenderI had a mocktail of the desert rose drink and it was sweet! So pretty too. Ambiance was very special, cozy place that is lit up, I recommend to come at night for this. As for service, Tracy was so sweet. She was super friendly and had great suggestions for us :) I will definitely come again read more

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We have been coming to Desert Rose for years but this time i just had to write a review because of the amazing service that we received, the waiter Eddy went above and beyond for us, the food he recommended was amazing, he was very attentive to our table he was well mannered and very friendly. Knowing how stressful his job can be he kept a very positive energy, thank you to Desert Rose for hiring such a great employee he definitely makes a difference! read more

This place is delicious!!! Love the vibe it's beautiful!! Perfect for date night or friends night out! read more

Desert Rose - Gorgeous set up - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Beautiful evening with friends. Still not crazy about this place but the filet mignon I ordered today was amazing. The rest was ok. read more

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The food here is so good! I would recommend 100%. The restaurant is a little empty so at first I was cautious but the food is amazing, the waiters are so nice. Don't let the emptiness be a reason not to come here. Also the outside/patio area is so nice to eat in. read more

My partner introduced me to this local neighborhood establishment when we met, and it consistently delivers. The food is always high quality, and while billed as Mediterranean, seems to have an Italian flair as well with some great pasta dishes. They have an artisanal vodka behind the bar for excellent martinis. The service is always impeccable, with friendly, attentive staff. We've never sat inside... (our only quibble is the giant television screens that dominate), but the expansive outdoor patio area works almost year-round, and it has always been comfortable. Pro-tip: If you're old, like we are, you can get 15% off with an AARP membership, (food only, no alcohol). They have honored it every time. So we tip on the pre-discount total. If you're in Los Feliz, this is a requisite visit. read more

Chill Sunday Brunch! Shashuka (5/5) - I love this, light yet comforting fish, comes with warm pita Blue Crab cake Benedict (5/5) - very delicious, the hollandaise sauce was creamy and not too salty. Comes with delicious crunchy and herby side potatoes. The crab cake was flaky on the inside and crispy on the outside. I love this 4/5 service - the waiter was so sweet, the food was slightly slow We found street parking around the area :) read more

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Amazing ambience. The service was good, food even better! Amazing hospitality as well. We got the filet steak skewer & chicken skewer plates with the rose martini ? I believe it was called ... then we were recommended the Christian special for our hookah flavors, BEST!! Thanks Desert Rose read more

Desert Rose - Filet Mignon steak skewer plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The food was good however the service was terrible. The waitress did not give me any recommendations when I asked. I went on a Monday when it was slow alone and was told to pay before I even received my food. Even after that they forget my drink that I ordered. I observed everyone pay for their meal after comfortably dining. The reason I chose to come here was becomes the amazing reviews I saw. If you are a young African American and you come here beware. The food was amazing I'll add again but they need to do better when I comes to serving people outside their general demographic. I spent a lot of money with them as well I may add. read more